Trump says he hopes for Israel-Iran ceasefire, but they may need to 'fight it out'

WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump says that he hopes Israel and Iran can reach a ceasefire, but “sometimes they have to fight it out.”

Talking to reporters as he left for the G7 summit in Canada, Trump says he thinks “there’s a good chance” of a deal.

In response to a question, he declines to say whether he has asked Israel to pause strikes on Iran. Asked if the US will continue to support Israel in its defense, he says, “We do.”

Regarding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump says: “We get along very well and I think we have great respect for each other.”

Trump on Iran and Israel: "I think there's a good chance there will be a deal."

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